What does overact mean?
Definitions for overact
ˌoʊ vərˈæktover·act
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Princeton's WordNet
overact, ham it up, ham, overplayverb
exaggerate one's acting
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overactverb
To act in an exaggerated manner.
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overact
Overact refers to performing or behaving in an exaggerated, excessively dramatic or theatrical manner. This term is often used in the context of acting, to describe an actor who exaggerates their emotions or actions. It can also be used in everyday life to describe someone who is being overly dramatic or expressive in their behavior or reactions.
Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
Overact
ō-vėr-akt′, v.t. to act overmuch, to overdo any part.—v.i. to act more than necessary.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of overact in Chaldean Numerology is: 1
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of overact in Pythagorean Numerology is: 3
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- overacterenDutch
- exagerarPortuguese
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